Jene Harris

Oct. 16, 1953 - April 30, 2025

Jene (Jenie) was born Oct. 16, 1953 in Indian River County, Florida to Melvin & Anna Owens. With some college education, Jene went on to become a sunday school teacher then an ordained minister teaching, fellowshipping, & preaching the word of God at several churches including St. James CME (Salinas, CA), Breaking Bread Ministry (Seaside, CA), New Life Deliverance Ministries (Monterey, CA) & Echoes of Calvary (Salinas, CA). Jene was active in the CSUMB college community for many years as an Administrative Support Coordinator & she loved african dance, theater, gospel music, jewelry, clothing, and to be with family & friends especially during the holidays. Jene was loved throughout the central coast of California community as she was said to be beautiful, nice, friendly, always smiling & offering motherly love, conversation, & friendship. Jene is survived by her child, Tavare, also Jene's brothers, Milton & Sashae, grand child Deven, & two great grand children. Jene's mother, father, and other brother, Ronnie passed away several years ahead of her. Would like to acknowledge Jene's beloved colleagues, church family, students/ friends, & staff at CSUMB as Jene will be missed there at her place of work & amongst her everyday community.